Taranaki Songwriting Circle New Plymouth

Name: Taranaki Songwriting Circle New Plymouth
Start: 2025-09-29T09:00:00+13:00
End: 2025-09-29T11:30:00+13:00
Location: New Plymouth

Schedule

Mon Sep 29 2025 at 09:00 am to 11:30 am

UTC+13:00

Location

New Plymouth | New Plymouth, TK

Special Guest announcement for July Edition:
We're thrilled to welcome acclaimed indie folk artist "Graeme James" as a special guest at the next Taranaki Songwriting Circle! Known for his mesmerizing loop pedal performances and multi-instrumental wizardry, Graeme has racked up over 50 million streams on Spotify and toured the world with his heartfelt songs. He’ll be sharing insights into his unique songwriting process and inspiring us with stories from his musical journey. Don’t miss this chance to learn from one of Aotearoa’s finest songwriters!
Step into the melody-rich heart of Taranaki with the exclusive "Taranaki Songwriting Circle," a sanctuary for the soulful and the creative!
Tailored for songwriters by songwriters, this event is a golden opportunity for local talents to unveil their compositions, immerse in the art of songcraft, and receive invaluable, constructive feedback from a community of like-minded artists.
But it's more than a forum for critique; it's a vibrant rendezvous to connect, share experiences, and weave together the diverse threads of Taranaki's musical heritage.
Whether you're polishing your first verse or penning your next hit, the Taranaki Songwriting Circle is your gateway to deepening your connection with the local music scene, learning from its rhythms, and contributing to its chorus.
Join us to not only fine-tune your melodies but to become part of a supportive network dedicated to nurturing and celebrating the art of songwriting in the heart of Taranaki. Your journey towards musical camaraderie and creative growth starts here!
You can either perform your song on the night or bring a recording of it to the session.
A piano and an acoustic guitar is available on the night or you can just bring your own instrument.
It suits beginners to professionals and it's held at the Manella Productions studio in Spotswood (the exact address will be on the ticket).
Your host André Manella has been a full time musician for over 10 years, he's part of several original bands (Sonic Delusion, Banana Mundo, Turkey The Bird), has written hundreds of songs, released 8 albums and played well over 1500 live shows all around New Zealand, Australia ,Switzerland and Germany.
Each sessions is limited to 10 people maximum and tickets are only $5 thanks to the Taranaki Singer Songwriter Development Trust.
Grab your spot online now: https://www.taranakisingersongwriters.com/ourevents